Protect Yourself
Against Phishing Attacks

What is Phishing?

Phishing is a deceptive cyberattack where scammers impersonate trusted sources to steal sensitive information like passwords, credit card numbers, or personally identifiable information. Billions of phishing links are shared annually, leading to malware infections, financial losses, and identity theft.

Legitimate links often blend in with phishing links, making it hard to discern the difference. Always be cautious and verify the source before clicking a link.

How Phishing Attacks Work

Phishing attacks typically involve a few key steps: the phisher selects a target, devises a ruse, chooses a communication method, and makes contact. If successful, the target engages by replying, opening a phishing link, or downloading a malicious attachment, leading to data collection and potential fraudulent activities.

Phishing links are fake links designed to trick you into compromising your privacy and security. Clicking these links can install malware or redirect you to a spoofed website where you're prompted to enter sensitive data.

Types of Phishing Attacks

Phishing scams come in various forms. Common examples include email phishing, spear phishing (targeting specific individuals), clone phishing (replicating legitimate emails with malicious links), whaling (targeting high-ranking executives), and pop-up phishing (using scare tactics to install malware).

Understanding these different types can help you recognize and avoid falling victim to phishing schemes.

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"The most notable increase in brands imitated for phishing purposes was observed with Wix, which saw an astounding 2840% rise... This spike indicates a new focus on exploiting website-building platforms." - Gen 2024 Threat Report, Alexej Savčin, Associate Manager

Alexej Savčin

Phishing Techniques

Phishers use various techniques to manipulate targets, including social engineering, hyperlink manipulation, graphical rendering, site redirects, link shortening, typosquatting, AI voice generators, and chatbots. They often combine these techniques to increase their chances of success.

Be aware of these tactics to stay vigilant and protect yourself from phishing attempts.

What to Do If You Click a Phishing Link

If you click a phishing link, immediately cease all interactions, end any active downloads, and close the spoofed website. Then, secure your device and monitor your credit and other accounts for signs of fraud.

Taking quick action can help minimize the damage caused by a phishing attack.